Tuesday, Apr 07, 2026 09:00 [IST]
Last Update: Tuesday, Apr 07, 2026 03:20 [IST]
GANGTOK,: Sikkim BJP unit today celebrated the 47th Foundation Day of the party
today with vibrant district-level programmes organised at all District Party
Offices across the State.
The
programmes were graced by the presence of State vice presidents, general
secretaries, senior party executives, district Presidents, functionaries, and a
large number of dedicated karyakartas from the respective districts, a party
press release informs.
Events
were held at the Gangtok City Office for Gangtok District, Singtam State Office
for Pakyong District, and Namchi, Geyzing and Soreng District Offices for the
respective districts. Karyakartas participated with immense zeal and devotion,
reflecting the party's growing organisational strength in Sikkim.
The
celebrations commenced with the ceremonial hoisting of the BJP flag at all
venues, followed by formal programmes.
On
this auspicious occasion, the party warmly congratulated and felicitated the
three winning BJP candidates who were elected unopposed in ongoing Sikkim
Municipal Elections.
The
gathering also extended best wishes and support to Srijana Chettri, the BJP
candidate from the DPH (Diesel Power House) ward under Gangtok Municipal
Corporation, contesting in the upcoming poll. The party expressed full
confidence in her success and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its
presence in urban local body elections.
Addressing
the gatherings, keynote speakers highlighted the inspiring journey of the BJP
since its inception on April 6, 1980, its remarkable growth, and the
transformative development and achievements witnessed under the party's
governance at the national level. They emphasised the party's core ideological
pillars - Antyodaya (upliftment of the last person in the queue) and Nation
First — along with its disciplined work culture and robust organisational
functioning. The speakers urged all karyakartas to rededicate themselves with
unwavering commitment, selfless service, and unity, drawing inspiration from
the party's guiding principles.
The
47th Foundation Day celebrations deeply motivated all participants to renew
their resolve and work tirelessly for the party's success. The events concluded
with a renewed pledge to carry forward the vision of a strong, prosperous, and
developed India under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Prime Minister
Narendra Modi, national president Nitin Nabin, and Sikkim State president D.R.
Thapa, said the State BJP unit.
